Definition of Rectoscope
1. Noun. a proctoscope ¹
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Medical Definition of Rectoscope
1.
A rectal speculum.
Synonym: rectoscope.
Origin: procto-+ G. Skopeo, to view
Tuttle's proctoscope, a tubular rectal speculum illuminated at its distal extremity; after introduction, the obturator is withdrawn and a glass window is inserted in the proximal end; then, by means of a rubber bulb and tube connected with the proctoscope, the rectal ampulla may be inflated.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Rectoscope
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